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LCK 720W

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,448 mi
Last recorded53,448 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCK 720W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 53,448 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 53,446 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 53,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 53,445 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 53,443 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 53,438 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 53,429 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 53,426 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 53,425 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 53,340 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 52,618 miles

Exhaust n/s rear box corroded.

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 52,082 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 51,710 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 51,076 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 50,556 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 47,282 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 46,736 miles

n/s/r chassis section showing signs of corrosion.

Fail 26 Jun 2008 45,043 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 45,043 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 44,993 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Capri?

Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
11,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 4,143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,055
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,852
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,080
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,143
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LCK 720W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 56,561 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LCK 720W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Capri typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 45 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LCK 720W registered?

LCK 720W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 April 1981.

Is LCK 720W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCK 720W shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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